WhatsApp to Introduce Usernames, Letting Users Avoid Sharing Phone Numbers

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WhatsApp is preparing to roll out a username feature for its users. The update will allow people to connect with others on the platform without revealing their personal phone numbers. Users are being advised to claim their preferred username early to secure it before others do. The move marks a notable privacy improvement for the widely used messaging app.

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